I'm new.....help

Posted June 26th, 2009 by TinaTorres0901
Well, Let me say that this is great that there are people that are just like me. I always thought I was alone. I am 26yrs old and have been picking at my arms (mostly) since I was about 15. I don't know exactly how I started, I just know that I did. I have completely destroyed my arms they have scars all over them. I also pick at my face not too bad though, only cause I know I have to go to work the next day and face everyone. I just stopped biting my nails but I keep peeling off the nailpolish as soon as it dries. The other day I got attacked by ants and picked at the bumps til' they bled and left a scar. Is it just me, but I feel more compelled to pick at my arms when I am in a certain type of light? My dad yells at me and tells me to just stop. Really? If it was that easy don't you think I would of done that a long time ago? anyways,I just thought I would share my story with everyone. I can't talk to people who don't understand. Thanks
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On June 27th, 2009 pumpky1107 said:
Hang in there. This is such an awful, all-consuming issue we all have. I've been picking for 37 years (am 39). I've gotten some counseling which helped reveal why I pick now trying to put the pieces back together to stop picking. Best of luck to you. Try the online counseling her. Dr Vinod is very compassionate.
For information on the skin picking disorder (Dermatillomania), symptoms, causes and treatment methods, get the Complete Guide to Skin Picking Disorders.